Memorial Day Committee stands strong in quest

While the government’s sequestration of military assets for Thomasville’s Memorial Day parade has caused some frustration, a sense of purpose has allowed the Committee to revamp the day’s festivities.
Members of the Memorial Day Committee met Saturday at the Thomasville Fire Department.
Joe Leonard, chief executive officer of the committee, and Joel Pierce, chief of staff, addressed a group of nearly 30 people at the Thomasville Fire Station.
"It has been tougher to get military assets," Pierce said. “To work around that, we've tried to get civilian assets. There are civilians, retired military personnel who have served our country and just don't wear the uniform now. They are excited about coming to Thomasville for (the parade)."
The schedule of events includes the following: